2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Patriot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Patriot would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 732 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2013 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Jeep | Fiat |
Model | Patriot | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |